Tag Archives: writing

Adventuring Lovers Scenario

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Haven’t done a scenario post since I tried them out in January.  The experiment was okay, but I still don’t know how to work it very well.  Some people needed more information while others ignored pieces that were given.  I’m … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Pitter Patter

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

(A happy poem?  Guess I have a few in the folder.) Tiny feet on the run Rushing down the hall Mingled with a cackle Birthed of baby glee As he runs unattended Awake before the guards Who stir behind their … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Adding Romance to a Non-Romance Story

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

As much as some people may hate romance being added to stories like adventures, there are ways to minimize the interference.  Let’s dive right into it. Remember that the romance is a subplot.  It isn’t the main story, so it … Continue reading →

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Does Romance End an Adventure?

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

I’ve run into this opinion before: “Romance does not belong in any genres other than romance.” This goes double for when it’s added to an adventure-based fantasy.  Some people hate if there’s even a hint at anything more than characters … Continue reading →

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Carl’s Cookie Coventry Cazba

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Welcome to our little cookie shop.  We have plenty of special treats that you can by in a variety of amounts.  Each one is unique in that you may get an ability or power due to the secret ingredient.  It’s … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Parting Ways

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

(A poem about parting ways with people.  It can be sad, but also have some hope.  Depends on how you look at it.) Life is filled with meetings That we always hear Yet it has its share of leavings Which … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: One More Week!

Posted on April 5, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

That’s right.  Just one more week before Spring Break, which I think every teacher and student are looking forward to.  Not sure which group is more excited though.  Of course, this means things will be crazy to get everything ready … Continue reading →

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Poetry Day: Papercut

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

(A poem about getting a papercut.  It is almost like getting slashed by a rusty sword, isn’t it?) Little gash on my finger. How much longer will you linger?   Thriving where my pointer bends. How can I ever make … Continue reading →

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Living in a False World (Matrix Anniversary)

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

It’s not a milestone year, but ‘The Matrix’ was released on March 31, 1999.  I think this movie really changed how certain genres operate.  At least for a time.  We saw ‘bullet time’ everywhere and stories about living in simulations … Continue reading →

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Goal Post: At Least I Finished Chapter 7?

Posted on March 29, 2025 by Charles Yallowitz

Not sure how or when, but I managed to finish editing chapter 7 of Darwin & the Beast Collector.  Maybe I’ll get lucky and finish chapter 8 this weekend.  It’s possibly since I’m only really busy this afternoon.  Tomorrow has good … Continue reading →

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